Ergonomics workstation is the future in office industry. It is the practice of properly adjusting chairs, desks, computer spaces, etc., to best fit your physical stature during the performance of your work tasks. Proper workstation ergonomics is a proactive approach to reduce or prevent work related repetitive use injuries. Our company has recently introduced a new hydraulic ergonomic desk which helps you keep mentally and physically fit.
PSB ergonomics workstation desk is designed to shorten the amount of time you spend sitting down during your working day. Rather than remain seated for several hours at a time, you can raise the level of the desk so you can work at standing height. This is why these types of adjustable desks are often known as “sit stand” desks. Workstation flexibility promotes healthy computing by turning a sedentary work environment into one with movement. We create each desk according to your height, which can be adjusted too. PSB office also gives you a chance to customize the desk according to the customer’s color choice and design. To see our designs and colors click here
Sitting for long periods of time has been linked to multiple health risks such as obesity, cardiovascular disease, diabetes, and in some cases, cancer. With a standing desk, you are able to add bouts of standing to your workday. Getting up on your feet, and even going for short walks, can help lower blood sugar and cholesterol which in turn, reduces your risk for heart disease.
If you are someone who sits all day, I’m sure you’ve experienced some type of back and/or neck pain. Sitting all day can cause a lot of stress on your spine and may even lead to disc damage. When staring at a monitor for a long period of time, you start to exhibit bad posture by arching our backs. If your monitor isn’t at the correct ergonomic position, causing you to tilt your head down, you can get neck strain.
When you are standing, your brain becomes more engaged which can increase your energy. Standing helps your blood flow easily which sends more oxygen to your muscles. When you sit for long periods of time, you tend to feel tired. Standing is a great way to boost your mood and energy, which can help prevent fatigue. With all of this increased energy, you are able to stay focused on tasks and be more productive.
This one is sort of a no-brainer: Standing is better for you than sitting all day. Although standing isn’t technically active, standing gives you the ability to move more while you are working. While standing at your desk, you are able to have more arm and leg movement. A lot of people who have standing desks use things such as standing mats, balance boards, treadmills, or even exercise bikes.
5. May Increase Your Lifespan
Studies suggest that reducing your sedentary time will increase your life expectancy. Sitting for prolonged periods of time can increase your risk of heart disease, cancer and diabetes. By reducing your sitting time, you ultimately are lowering your risk for these health issues and increasing your lifespan.
Sitting can put a lot of stress on your spine, especially if you are not practicing proper ergonomics workstation desk. Proper ergonomics work hand-in-hand with reducing lower back and neck pain. By choosing to stand, your spine will elongate and become less strained allowing your back to be in a natural “S” shape. Standing will help promote better posture, while giving your spine some relief.
7. Better Circulation
Another great health benefit is better circulation because it leads to other health benefits. When you choose to stand at your desk you will have better blood flow compared to sitting. Sitting can slow down your circulation which can lead to many health issues like swollen ankles, blood clots, peripheral neuropathy, and varicose veins. Standing promotes better circulation to your extremities, so you want to be sure to get up and stretch, stand, and walk around throughout the day to keep yourself healthy.
I’ve been using a PSB office ergonomics workstation desk for the past 6 months and it is one of the best, health, investments ever! I just love walking right up to my desk in the morning and getting started. I have a lot of back-and-forth tasks early on, and it somehow helps my energy and focus to be able to just walk away.
Arsene Wenger, Manager, Arsenal FC
PSB Office is a family owned office furniture company created in 1980 by Edward Smith. The company has deep roots in creating office furniture and accessories that use high quality materials and are made in Canada. Our head office is in downtown Mississauga and they sell to corporate offices all over Canada.
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